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E795 BKM

1988 Yamaha XT

White Petrol 595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,975 mi
Last recorded14,975 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha XT25,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE795 BKM
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 14,975 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 14,901 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 14,411 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre cracking on side walls.

Nearside Front mask converter fitted.

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play sprocket bearing. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear tyre cracking on side walls.

Fail 8 Jun 2021 14,406 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements plate to small. (0.1 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre cracking on side walls.

Nearside Front mask converter fitted.

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play sprocket bearing. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear tyre cracking on side walls.

Pass 31 Mar 2020 13,959 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 8,129 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 8,129 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 8,129 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 27,960 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 26,164 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Mar 2012 26,164 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Mar 2012 26,159 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake hose which buldges (3.2.B4)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 24,198 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 22,873 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 22,873 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 20,848 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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E795 BKM is a 1988 Yamaha XT in White with a 595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 25,695 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E795 BKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha XT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E795 BKM registered?

E795 BKM is a 1988 Yamaha XT, first registered on 31 December 1988.

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